Ashland University

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PhD

PhD in International Business

DegreePhD
FieldInternational Business
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Cost & earnings at Ashland University What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn

You borrow $25,000 median federal debt
You repay $284/mo over 10 years
Graduates earn $52,928 10 yrs after entry
Debt clears in 1.9 yrs of the salary premium
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International Business graduates earn a median $44,316 Across 457 US programmes, two years after finishing

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A research doctorate focused on the theory and practice of international business, well suited to candidates aiming to research foreign direct investment, international banking, microfinance or multinational strategy in developing and emerging markets. Suits students who want to pursue academic research, policy work or senior roles addressing cross‑border finance and development.

What you'll study

Coursework and research focus areas reflect topics taught by faculty active in international business and finance:

  • International business theory and multinational strategy
  • International finance and banking
  • Emerging markets and development-related issues
  • Microfinance and financial practices in developing economies

Entry requirements

The source profile does not list formal entry criteria. Prospective doctoral applicants should expect to hold relevant graduate credentials and to propose a research topic aligned with the programme’s strengths in international business, international finance and development finance.

Career prospects

Graduates typically pursue careers in academic research and teaching, policy and development organisations, international banking, microfinance institutions, or strategic roles in multinational firms operating in emerging markets.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme page does not specify funding. Applicants should investigate university doctoral funding, external research grants, teaching assistantships and discipline-specific scholarships related to international business and development finance.

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